Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Nitish Kumar's Leadership Amid Bihar Political Turmoil
In a recent rally in Tamil Nadu, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi sharply criticized former Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, accusing him of enabling BJP's control over the state. Gandhi highlighted Kumar's resignation and alleged corruption, expressing concerns about the BJP's intentions to dominate Tamil Nadu's government as well. His remarks reflect a broader apprehension regarding the political landscape in Bihar and beyond, emphasizing the need for accountability and integrity in leadership. This commentary raises questions about the future of governance in these regions and the implications for opposition parties.
Apr 20, 2026, 18:05 IST
Rahul Gandhi's Strong Remarks on Nitish Kumar
On Monday, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi targeted former Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who resigned last week. He labeled Kumar as 'compromising' and accused the JDU leader of enabling the BJP to exert complete control over him through his past actions. Gandhi's comments came during a speech at an election rally in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu.
He claimed that the BJP succeeded in removing Kumar from the chief ministerial position because the former chief minister was corrupt and remained silent after being sent to the Rajya Sabha. Nitish Kumar, who has held the chief minister role for the longest time in Bihar, resigned on April 14, just days after winning the Rajya Sabha elections. Without naming the JDU leader, Gandhi remarked on the recent political developments in Bihar, stating that the chief minister was replaced by a BJP member. He questioned the reason behind this change, asserting that it was due to the chief minister's corruption, as he did not utter a word and quietly accepted his position in the Rajya Sabha.
Using Bihar as an example, Rahul Gandhi expressed similar concerns for Tamil Nadu, asserting that the BJP desires a state government under its complete control. He emphasized that Kumar's previous actions had allowed the BJP to maintain such control. Gandhi further stated that the BJP aims to establish a government in Tamil Nadu that would be entirely compliant with their demands, insisting that they would never allow this to happen.